9 Months an Angel

9 months ago today we said one of our hardest good-byes ever…9 months ago today my heart shattered into a million pieces…9 months ago today a beautiful, gentle soul went to heaven.

It still seems surreal that Nitro is gone; sometimes it feels like he was never really here, but just a dream. I think of him every day, several times a day. I still cry when I watch his tribute video. I miss his goofiness, and his Velcro personality; I miss his beautiful, magnificent presence. I miss him following me EVERYWHERE.

Spring has finally arrived in Wisconsin, after a record-breaking snowfall 2 weeks ago. Nitro would have loved both of these things; he loved romping around in the snow, dropping his ball in front of the shovel, only to snatch it away when I went to grab it. He LOVED beautiful sunny days where he would be out in his yard for hours, barking at the neighbors, watching the birds and squirrels, basking in the warmth.

X marks the spot where I found Grizz, trying to make a break for it over the fence

This fence is 6 feet high

Spring in Wisconsin

It is a very different atmosphere here these days. Grizzly continues to bring us joy, with his wild, puppy antics. I’ve never seen a dog so full of happiness and love like he is. He is the definition of joie de vivre – exuberant enjoyment of life. As he is a little too full of life for brother Kodi, we’ve been making friends with other, younger, Westies; their playdates are full of fun and laughter.

Loves “Nitro’s” bed

Kodi playing in mud

Cutest Devil Ever

So while we mourn the loss of our magnificent Warrior, we move forward – for what else can we do? I hope Nitro is smiling down on us from Heaven, grinning from ear-to-ear as we move thru life with the Tiny Devil he sent our way. Thank you baby, and always remember: “Be good, mama loves you”

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I honestly believe that Nitro is over the moon that Grizzly is full of energy and devilish adventures! Although I’m not sure where Grizzly thinks he’s going after he has conquered Mt Fence!!

Kodi, lovey, know that Nitro is surrounding you with puppy love, he has sent you an excitable creature right now, but in time you’ll be thankful he sent you such a handsome fiend!

Your words brought tears to my eyes… in feeling that Nitro’s time with you sometimes fees like a dream… I know that feeling all to well, but what a beautifully real and solid dream he was!! 9 months is not a long time my darling! Your heart may never completely mend, but know that Nitro holds that piece that is broken!

Many hugs and best wishes to you and your furmily!
Petra, Stewie and his spring loving Kittens
xxx

Paula,
I can’t believe it has been 9 months. It does feel like a dream. I think he is still with us a lot of the time. Then I remember and my heart breaks for you having to go through the grief journey.

I know Nitro is smiling down on you and the boys. Don’t you think he isn’t telling TD to do a few things because you know he would.

Time will move on but I know that a big part of my heart is still held by Sassy just like yours will always be held by Nitro. Doesn’t mean our hearts can hold love for others though.

I can’t believe TD tried to escape over that fence. That is a heck of a snow pile.

Awwww. Bittersweet memories, but all filled with the love and tenderness that makes life with dogs worth living. It’s those seasonal events that bring back all the good times, and crazy ones too. I love that Nitro was a snow dog as much as a springtime doggie.

But wow that is some crazy snow! I’m so glad you found Grizz, that mnust have been tricky.